Tag: Marijuana
TAPS Tool Identifies Problem Substance Use in Primary Care
Detects tobacco, alcohol, marijuana use disorders; lower sensitivity for any substance use disorders
Δ9-Tetrahydrocannabivarin Beneficial in Type 2 Diabetes
THCV significantly decreases fasting plasma glucose, improves pancreatic β-cell function
Number of U.S. Adults Using Marijuana Up Significantly
Daily use nearly doubled between 2002 and 2014; fewer people perceive drug as harmful
Cannabis Provides More Pain Relief for Men Than Women
Researchers find male users report greater benefits compared to women
Marijuana May Cause More Damage to Heart Than Tobacco
Exposure impaired endothelial function in rats for at least 90 minutes
Marijuana Poisonings in Toddlers on the Rise in Colorado
Marijuana-laced candy, baked goods are attractive to children
Increase in Acute Synthetic Cannabinoid Poisonings
Education needed about the potentially life-threatening consequences of synthetic cannabinoids
Medical Marijuana Laws Affect Medicare Part D Spending
Implementation of medical marijuana laws linked to reductions in Medicare program, enrollee spending
Possible Benefit for Cannabinoids in Rheumatic Conditions
Review shows limited benefit in terms of pain relief, sleep; mild to moderate adverse effects
Cannabis Use Over the Long Term Can Lead to Gum Disease
Besides gum health, researchers assessed lung function, risk factors for heart disease, diabetes
